Category Archives: Community

REMINDER: Franklin PD digital newsroom moving; register today to continue receiving news releases via email

Posted on by

Tomorrow, August 19, www.FranklinPDNews.com will merge with www.FranklinTN.gov/PDnews. This change will get all City of Franklin news releases and resources under one ‘digital roof,’ and we hope this will provide a more seamless online experience for our customers.

To continue uninterrupted delivery of Franklin Police news to your inbox, type in your name and email address, and select Franklin Police Department Media Releases in the “News” section on the sign-up page.

Twitter users can follow Franklin Police on Twitter
for news, information, and other updates.

###

Blue Star Flag lowered as FPD welcomes home one of their own

Posted on by
Officer Lutz receiving flag from Franklin’s Chief of Police

Officer Lutz receiving flag from Franklin’s Chief of Police

On September 11, 2021, a Blue Star Flag was raised at Franklin Police Headquarters to honor Officer Richard Lutz, who had been deployed overseas since last September. At a special ceremony, this afternoon, the Department retired that flag, welcoming Officer Lutz home.

The Blue Star Flag honors active-duty military members serving during a period of war or hostilities, and the Department flies it to honor its members while they are away on deployment, serving our country.

This slideshow requires JavaScript.

Welcome back, Officer Lutz!
# # #

Franklin PD digital newsroom moving; register today to continue receiving news releases via email

Posted on by

On Friday, August 19, www.FranklinPDNews.com will merge with www.FranklinTN.gov/PDnews. This change will get all City of Franklin news releases and resources under one ‘digital roof,’ and we hope this will provide a more seamless online experience for our customers.

To continue uninterrupted delivery of Franklin Police news to your inbox, type in your name and email address, and select Franklin Police Department Media Releases in the “News” section on the sign-up page.

Twitter users can follow Franklin Police on Twitter
for news, information, and other updates.

###

Local scams and tips on avoiding them, from our friends at Age Well Middle Tennessee

Posted on by

Person holding cell phone

This week, the Federal Trade Commission issued a warning that there has been an increase in reports of people receiving text message scams. 

 

Most of these text messages appear to come from well-known companies. They may be offering a reward, a warning of fraud, or information about a delivery. The messages differ but ultimately, all want the same thing, your private information, and your money.

 

The best way to protect yourself? Never use any phone number or links contained within the text. If you are concerned that the text message may be legitimate, contact the company using a phone number or website you know to be real. 

 

If you receive a phishing text message, report it.  

  • Step 1: If you have received a phishing text message, forward it to SPAM (7726).
  • Step 2: Report the incident to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

 For more information about phishing, please visit ftc.gov/phishing
(Information courtesy Council on Aging)
###

School back in session, Friday; please drive cautiously in active school zones

Posted on by

School zones in Franklin will be active tomorrow, as our kids begin heading back to school. Officers will be vigilant in active school zones across the city, focusing on speeding drivers, improper passing, and Tennessee’s law on cell phone use. 

Franklin Police Officers will be closely monitoring bus routes and citing drivers who disregard the flashing red lights and stop signs on school buses.

Motorists should anticipate slower than usual traffic in and around school zones. To avoid being late to your destination, drivers should plan to leave earlier than usual. Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about safely crossing the street and walking through parking lots.

The minimum fine for
speeding in a school zone or illegally passing a stopped school bus:  $139.75

Drivers must be aware of & comply with traffic direction by Franklin Police School Crossing Guards. Motorists should be prepared to stop and follow their instructions.

Parents are encouraged to visit their child’s school website to familiarize themselves with drop-off and pick-up information.

###

Franklin Police visiting several neighborhoods on National Night Out, August 2

Posted on by

Franklin Police Officers will be visiting neighborhoods across the city, Tuesday night, August 2, as part of the Country’s National Night Out, an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

Each of the neighborhoods that officers are visiting volunteered to host a meet & greet for neighbors and officers. There will be photo-ops and giveaways for kids. Residents from nearby neighborhoods are welcome and encouraged to stop by and meet officers at any of these locations.

The schedule for August 2 is full, but Franklin Police
Officers want to create community and connection all year around.

To see about having officers stop by a future neighborhood block party or HOA meeting, call Franklin Police Public Affairs at 615-550-6811.

###

Franklin Police training, tools, and commitment to keeping kids safe this school year

Posted on by

This slideshow requires JavaScript.

We hear the concerns of our community, and understand them. That’s why FPD is training to protect some of our community’s biggest VIP’s: our kids.

Officers recently held several intensive training scenarios, which included the use of a new breaching tool, nicknamed by SWAT as “the key to the city.” It will open any door or window. Recent trainings included scenarios in school buildings, portable classrooms, even school busses. Franklin Police Officers are trained and committed to going in, to stop any threat, immediately & without hesitation.

As we gear up for back to school on Aug 5, we’ve got your kids’ safety in mind, and are committed to doing everything we can to protect them while they learn, and grow.

###

Franklin Police Law Enforcement Assistance Partnership helps keep cops cool, despite harsh summer heat

Posted on by

 

LEAP Board Members with Franklin Police Officers

To help Franklin Police Officers beat the summer heat, Franklin’s Law Enforcement Assistance Partnership (LEAP), purchased patrol officers a unique device called CoolCop. You see it being modeled, here.

Sgt. Eric Treanor modeling CoolCop

One end of the hose connects to an AC vent in the police car and the other goes inside the officer’s bullet-resistant vest, providing a blast of cold air to the officer’s torso, which normally gets no airflow because of the vest.

LEAP is a nonprofit organization that helps support Franklin Police Officers and their families. This most recent expression of LEAP’s appreciation for Franklin Police Officers was possible thanks to a generous $82,000 donation from May’s Jeff Carson Memorial Benefit Concert, following Officer Carson’s death, earlier this year. LEAP is especially thankful to Jeff’s family, friends, and management team for their thoughtful support, and love for the Franklin Police Department.

Jeff Carson’s family & management presenting a generous donation to LEAP

###

Register: Franklin PD, August 10 Stay Safe Seminar

Posted on by

 

The Franklin Police Department has scheduled a free 1.5 hour seminar designed to help keep community members safe during an active shooter situation.

Because community preparedness can help save lives, Franklin Police want to share information on three main, national best practices:
Avoid, Deny, Defend.

The seminar is free and open to the public
-pre-registration is required-

Presentation2WHEN
Wednesday, August 10
10-11:30 am
WHERE
FPD Headquarters | 900 Columbia Avenue

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Parents, teens, employers, school & church leaders, any community member.

click-here-to-register-button

Media wishing to attend or interview Franklin Police staff, instructors, or attendees need to make prior arrangements with Franklin Police Public Affairs, Lt. Charles Warner.

# # #

$20.29/hr part-time opportunity: Franklin Police now hiring school crossing guards

Posted on by

School Patrol PromoThe Franklin Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of School Crossing Guard, in preparation for the upcoming school year.

School Patrol team members work part-time hours and are responsible for pedestrian safety & efficient traffic flow in school zones.

The ideal applicant is assertive but kind, and able to work in varying weather conditions.

Starting pay is $20.29/hour 

click-to-apply-button